Virtual worlds bring the Internet to life. Residents can create, explore, build, learn, and discover. Unlike the "flat" web, in SL you can meet people and go places together, attend classes, or work with colleagues from around the world.
Educational uses of SL include teaching, learning, and research. Classes can meet in-world and practice speaking a foreign language with native speakers. Faculty can have online office hours. Classes can meet to view streamed presentations. The possibilities are only limited by the imagination of the participants. Flexibility is a great strength in virtual worlds.
Educational uses of SL include teaching, learning, and research. Classes can meet in-world and practice speaking a foreign language with native speakers. Faculty can have online office hours. Classes can meet to view streamed presentations. The possibilities are only limited by the imagination of the participants. Flexibility is a great strength in virtual worlds.
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